1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 55 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 47 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 301 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox, 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Equinox |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2857 mm |