1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Holden Calais
To start off, 2012 Holden Calais 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 (330 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Holden Calais. (278 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Calais.
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 (461 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Calais. (350 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Calais.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Holden Calais | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Calais |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 278 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |