1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 1999 Honda City is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 498 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Honda City | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | City |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |