1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Maverick | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
