1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 108 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
