1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero, 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Corvette | Alero |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
