1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daimler |
| Model | Corvette | 4.2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
