1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.

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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Chevrolet Corvette 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Corvette Corvette
Year Released 1982 2006
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 5970 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 398 HP
Torque 386 Nm 546 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 101 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 92.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 201 km/hour 300 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2690 mm


 

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