1977 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 36 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 800 kg more 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Aston Martin |
| Model | Chevette | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2601 mm |
