1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 96 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 993 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
