1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 361 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1609 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
