1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 GMC Sierra
To start off, 1999 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 186 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Sierra. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
