2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 27 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 38 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
Model | Pride Wagon | Chevette |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2400 mm |