1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
