1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 47 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) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
