1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 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 9,371 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (770 HP) has 390 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 401 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (926 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (502 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5740 cc | 9371 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 770 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 926 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 114.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 114.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
