1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 40 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 (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker.
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 (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Chevrolet Tracker | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Tracker |
Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |