2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1982 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 913 kg more than 1982 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 1982 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
| Model | Liberty | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 45 L |
