1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 39 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 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5360 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
