1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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 78 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W.
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. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Corvette | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3270 mm |
