2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 25 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1981 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | E-150 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
