1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1995 Suzuki X90 is newer by 7 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 (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki X90. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 404 kg more than 1995 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki X90. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | X90 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
