1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 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 350 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. 2005 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
