1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 578 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Antara |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
