1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Honda Stream

To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 16 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 282 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2009 Honda Stream, 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 (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet Corvette 2009 Honda Stream
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Corvette Stream
Year Released 1993 2009
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5732 cc 1668 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 405 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 94.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 291 km/hour 190 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1589 kg 1434 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 55 L


 

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