1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1995 Subaru SVX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. 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 82 more horse power than 1995 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 158 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | SVX |
Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1310 mm |