1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 45 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 454 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. 2010 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1965 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
