1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2008 Isuzu KB is newer by 12 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Isuzu KB.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu KB. (190 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | KB |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2197 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
