2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. (150 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 560 kg more than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Talbot |
| Model | Corvette | Sunbeam-Lotus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
