2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 156 kg more than 1972 Skoda 1202. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Corvette | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
