1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 119 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Corvette | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |