1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 51 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 57 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 359 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Corvette | Sky |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |