2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 470 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Captiva | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 5353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
