2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 27 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 954 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 1980 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 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1980 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
Model | Town & Country | Chevette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 56 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |