1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1969 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 491 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Chevelle | 1600 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |