1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 735 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3310 mm |
