1979 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 22 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. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 89 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Corvette (366 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
