1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 43 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Corvette |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |