1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 4 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 94 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 993 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |