1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 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 220 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 69 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Chevrolet Corvette 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Corvette Tiguan
Year Released 1965 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6491 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 420 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 563 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 1544 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4426 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1809 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1703 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2604 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 64 L


 

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