1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 36 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 55 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1999 Jeep Cherokee 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
