1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (176 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 96 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 176 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 72 L |
