1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 48 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 744 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Montero 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) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Montero |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
