1980 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 30 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 990 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. 2010 Jaguar XF 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. 2010 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Jaguar |
| Model | Chevette | XF |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
