1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix is newer by 51 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 140 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (156 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 10 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Toyota Matrix is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
