1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 29 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 735 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3350 mm |
