1984 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 917 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Vauxhall Chevette | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Vauxhall | SsangYong |
Model | Chevette | Actyon |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |