1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 40 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 105 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 389 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Corvette | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |