1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2005 Honda Lagreat is newer by 47 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 558 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, 2005 Honda Lagreat, 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Lagreat.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Honda Lagreat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Lagreat |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |