2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 29 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 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 829 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Yaris | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
