1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Solara |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |