1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 18 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 456 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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 620 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Equinox |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 906 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1710 mm |