1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 19 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. 2007 GMC Sierra 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. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5740 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
