1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,680 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 668 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (678 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (320 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Antara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5680 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Top Speed | 327 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
