2006 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 995 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Rexton | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | SsangYong | Vauxhall |
| Model | Rexton | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
