1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 1996 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 725 kg more than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 ZAZ Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZAZ |
| Model | Corvette | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
