1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 20 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 181 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (199 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 72 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 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 (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (258 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Corvette | ATS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
