1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 45 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
