1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP) has 352 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 611 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
