1983 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 28 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 1,400 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 868 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Vauxhall Chevette | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chevette | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2919 mm |
