1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 35 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, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (240 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
