2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 374 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Equinox | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 4638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
