1979 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1979 Vauxhall Chevette

To start off, both 1979 Cadillac Brougham and 1979 Vauxhall Chevette were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1979 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.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Cadillac Brougham 1979 Vauxhall Chevette
Make Cadillac Vauxhall
Model Brougham Chevette
Year Released 1979 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5032 cc 1256 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 0 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 885 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2410 mm


 

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