1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 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 163 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 327 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Corvette | Rexton |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |