1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1977 Holden Statesman. (214 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 30 kg more than 1977 Holden Statesman. 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 (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |
