1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 25 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 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 526 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5740 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |
