1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 43 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 35 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 340 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Corvette | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |