1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 40 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. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 443 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Corvette | Rexton |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |