1975 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Corvette. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1975 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1975 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2855 mm |
