1977 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (136 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1977 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Vauxhall Chevette | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Vauxhall | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Chevette | C |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |