1971 GAZ 24 vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1980 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 GAZ 24 (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 GAZ 24 should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 1971 GAZ 24 (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 GAZ 24 | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | GAZ | Vauxhall |
| Model | 24 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2400 mm |
