1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 37 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 232 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 388 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Corvette | Rexton |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 256 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |