2001 Opel Astra vs. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (437 HP @ 7350 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Astra weights approximately 304 kg more than 1975 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 Opel Astra (531 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Astra | 1975 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 437 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
