1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 17 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 191 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 82 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |
