2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 865 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Coupe | 1981 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
| Model | Coupe | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
