1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2000 Toyota GT1 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 216 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 613 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | GT1 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |