1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 28 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 62 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 466 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
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1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Corvette | Safari |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 385 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |