1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corvette | YRV |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4636 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
