1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 49 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 10 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 634 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Corvette | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
