2007 Audi S8 vs. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1976 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1976 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | S8 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
