1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari 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 141 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 664 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1998 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Corvette | Safari |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |