1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo weights approximately 122 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Corvette | Trofeo |
Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |