1999 Opel Vectra vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 580 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra, 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Vectra | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
