1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 341 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 (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corvette | Raider |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |