1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 9 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 51 more horse power than 2003 TVR Tamora. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Tamora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Corvette | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
