1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS 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 147 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 43 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Lexus IS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Corvette | IS |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |