1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Tata E
To start off, 2002 Tata E 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 148 kg more than 2002 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Tata E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Corvette | E |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
