1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Mustang | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Mustang | Corvette |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2685 mm |