1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 17 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 112 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1992 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Corvette | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 641 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 2717 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 105 L |