1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 640 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 516 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. 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, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotec |
Model | Corvair | Testa de Oro |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2375 cc | 4943 cc |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 742 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1650 kg |