1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 18 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 8 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 356 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Corvette | DTS |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5273 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2936 mm |