1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 47 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 31 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Relay. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Relay. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Saturn Relay 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, 2006 Saturn Relay 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Corvette | Relay |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3080 mm |