1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 45 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 47 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 498 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |
