1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Seat Exeo. 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 Seat Exeo, 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Corvette | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2642 mm |
