1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ is newer by 23 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 548 more horse power than 2013 Scion iQ. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 580 kg more than 2013 Scion iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion iQ 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, 2013 Scion iQ 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 785 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | Corvette | iQ |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 906 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
