1980 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 32 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 827 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Infiniti |
| Model | Chevette | G37 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
