1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Infiniti I30
To start off, 2000 Infiniti I30 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 73 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I30.
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, 2000 Infiniti I30, 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) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I30. (294 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Infiniti I30 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Corvette | I30 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
