1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 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 85 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 893 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Commander |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
