2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 110 L 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 387 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 456 kg more than 1973 Skoda 110 L. 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 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 110 L. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Corvette | 110 L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |
