1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1967 Skoda 1202. (42 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 352 kg more than 1967 Skoda 1202. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Corvette | 1202 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 42 HP |
Torque | 386 Nm | 84 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |