1980 Audi 200 vs. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1980 Audi 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 200 weights approximately 411 kg more than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Vauxhall Chevette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1976 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | 200 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
