2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 846 kg more than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1975 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1975 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Charger | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
