1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 16 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 426 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2006 Chrysler Crossfire has manual transmission. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 906 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1320 mm |
