1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 253 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Corvette |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |