2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1488 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1978 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ram | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
