1983 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (297 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1983 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. 2007 Nissan 350Z has automatic transmission and 1983 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan 350Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Vauxhall Chevette | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Nissan |
| Model | Chevette | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
