2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 25 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 425 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.
Because 1980 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 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Transit Connect | Chevette |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |