1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1992 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 GMC Typhoon. (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 GMC Typhoon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Typhoon | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
