1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 15 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 202 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
