1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 50 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 158 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 516 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Corvette | Safari |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |