1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Corvette |
Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 467 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |