1976 Chevrolet Pickup vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Pickup would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup. (407 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Pickup | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pickup | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
