1989 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 413 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Corvette (468 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1260 mm |
