1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 42 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 71 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 455 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Pontiac Aztek 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, 2005 Pontiac Aztek 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Corvette | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| 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 | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 69 L |
