1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette 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 42 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
