1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 1984 Rover 3500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (207 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Rover 3500. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 133 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover 3500. (298 Nm). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover 3500. 1984 Rover 3500 has automatic transmission and 1977 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Rover 3500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Corvette | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
