1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Vamos |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 149 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |