1994 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1994 Audi A4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A4 weights approximately 429 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A4, 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, 1994 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A4 | 1978 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A4 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
