1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2004 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 39 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 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (190 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (320 Nm). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5352 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
