1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 37 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 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2002 Vauxhall 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 (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Corvette | Vectra |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |