1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer 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) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 420 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
