1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2010 Lancia Phedra 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 161 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2010 Lancia Phedra, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Phedra. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
