1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1997 Opel Vectra is newer by 40 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 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1997 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Opel Vectra, 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Vectra. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
