1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette 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 17 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 412 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 81 L |
