1979 Mercedes-Benz T vs. 1979 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, both 1979 Mercedes-Benz T 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 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz T is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz T weights approximately 465 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 Mercedes-Benz T | 1979 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | T | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
