1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 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 85 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 580 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1992 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 2094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
