1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 41 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 (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 666 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Today |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |