1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen 1302 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 208 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 688 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | 1302 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |