2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 535 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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 Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Terracan | 1983 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Terracan | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
