2002 Honda Stream vs. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2002 Honda Stream is newer by 27 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Stream weights approximately 464 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Stream, 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, 2002 Honda Stream (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Stream | 1975 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Stream | Chevette |
Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |