1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 15 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1123 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (692 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (413 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3645 mm |
