1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 19 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 428 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue 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, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Corvette | Vue |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |