1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 11 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 97 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 238 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
