1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1989 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 87 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Corvette (468 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (298 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1989 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Chevelle | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
