1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V 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 150 more horse power than 2010 Honda CR-V. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 71 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2619 mm |
