1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 38 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 112 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (184 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 425 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Astro |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
