1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 157 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 968 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 302 HP |
Torque | 386 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |