1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1992 Eagle Talon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 242 kg more than 1992 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Talon, 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Eagle Talon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Eagle |
Model | Corvette | Talon |
Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |