1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 54 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 66 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 568 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Corvette | Rexton |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |