1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino

To start off, 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 781 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chevrolet Corvette 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino
Make Chevrolet Suzuki
Model Corvette Cappuccino
Year Released 1968 1989
Body Type Coupe Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6998 cc 657 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 429 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 635 Nm 85 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 679 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2070 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 30 L


 

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