2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1419 kg more than 1983 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 1983 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ram | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
