2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1753 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1976 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1976 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Silverado | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
