2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 24 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 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 184 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.
Because 1981 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 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent, 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 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1981 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Accent | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1039 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
