1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 898 kg more than 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Corvette | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |
