1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. Both 1971 Chevrolet Corvette and 1996 Chevrolet Suburban are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 571 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1971 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3350 mm |
