1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 48 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 79 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 169 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (193 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | CR-V |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |