2002 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 25 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, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 380 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
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, 2002 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Rezzo | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Daewoo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Rezzo | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
