1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 317 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
