1977 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 925 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Infiniti |
| Model | Chevette | M |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
