1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 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 105 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 287 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
