1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 132 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Berlina |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |