1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
