1979 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 565 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1995 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1979 Chevrolet Corvette (366 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
