1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 34 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 217 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
