1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Forester |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2615 mm |