1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 41 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 85 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 767 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Corvette | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |