1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 36 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 167 kg more than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Corvette | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |