1980 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 865 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1980 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Vauxhall Chevette | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
Model | Chevette | Frontera |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |