1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 7 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 97 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 (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Commodore. 2000 Holden Commodore 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. 2000 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Commodore |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |