1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 16 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 (325 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Captiva |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2707 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |