1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 953 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Corvette | Cervo |
Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 538 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |