1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 488 kg more than 1958 Isuzu Minx. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Corvette | Minx |
Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |