1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Lexus LS
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lexus LS 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 138 more horse power than 1992 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus LS weights approximately 240 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lexus LS. 1992 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Lexus LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Corvette | LS |
Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |