1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette 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 514 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 114 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 906 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1695 mm |
