1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Chrysler TC
To start off, both 1992 Chevrolet Corvette and 1992 Chrysler TC were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler TC. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler TC weights approximately 14 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler TC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler TC. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler TC.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Chrysler TC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | TC |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |