1985 Vauxhall Astra vs. 1984 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 1 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 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 25 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Vauxhall Astra | 1984 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |
