1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is newer by 29 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Corvette | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2745 mm |