1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner
To start off, both 1992 Chevrolet Corvette and 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 254 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Space Runner, 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 (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner. (175 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Mitsubishi Space Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corvette | Space Runner |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |