1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 262 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
