2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 287 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Because 1977 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 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Fusion | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
