1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 18 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 GMC Sierra. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 763 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2011 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. 2011 GMC Sierra 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. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
