2000 Ford Ranger vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 23 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, 2000 Ford Ranger (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Ranger weights approximately 408 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (185 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ranger | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
