1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mustang. (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Mustang |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |