1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz is newer by 15 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 627 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
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, 2008 Toyota Tazz, 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 (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
