1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
