1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2003 GMC Envoy is newer by 46 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 610 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy 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, 2003 GMC Envoy 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 (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Corvette | Envoy |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |