1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 188 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Corvette | Liberty |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1808 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 74 L |