1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 597 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 435 kg more than 1969 Skoda 1202. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 821 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Corvette | 1202 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 906 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1590 mm |