1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Sumo 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Corvette | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2425 mm |
