1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 239 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
