1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Rexton 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 262 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Corvette | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
