1994 Rover Range Rover vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 652 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover Range Rover | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Range Rover | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
