1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Corvette | Frontera |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 906 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1710 mm |