1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1977 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 750 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Corvette | Cervo |
Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |