1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1993 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1993 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 GMC Typhoon. (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 GMC Typhoon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Typhoon | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
