2001 Lotec Sirius vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 24 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1052 more horse power than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec Sirius weights approximately 390 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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec Sirius | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Lotec | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sirius | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1185 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 1346 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
