1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 TVR T 350
To start off, 2004 TVR T 350 is newer by 22 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, 2004 TVR T 350 (346 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 357 kg more than 2004 TVR T 350.
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, 2004 TVR T 350 (393 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 2004 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Corvette | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 346 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
