2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 549 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 525 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | Carrera GT | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 61 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 45 L |
