1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 39 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1974 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2893 mm |
