1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 8 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 190 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 109 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. 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 (522 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (298 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Corvette | IS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
