1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 42 kg more than 1994 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 928. (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 928 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
