1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 756 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 (949 Nm) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (413 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 949 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3645 mm |
