1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2001 Holden Vectra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 176 kg more than 2001 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
