1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 147 kg more than 1994 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 928 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
