1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (254 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | 300 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3160 mm |
