2001 Opel Vectra vs. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 535 kg more than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 1976 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Vectra | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
