2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Corvette | Chevette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 789 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |