1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Opel Filo
To start off, 2001 Opel Filo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2001 Opel Filo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Filo.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Filo. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Filo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Opel Filo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Filo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
