1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica 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 260 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Celica. (145 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 499 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Celica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
