1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 39 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 88 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (212 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 315 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 2002 Honda Avancier 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 (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
