2007 Opel Antara vs. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 950 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 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Antara | 1976 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Antara | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
