1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 519 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | K 70 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |