1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 17 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 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| 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 | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2857 mm |
