1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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 45 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 445 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Corvette | Frontera |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |