1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 9 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |
