1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Rover MGF
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover MGF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover MGF would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1995 Rover MGF. (145 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover MGF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 96 kg more than 1995 Rover MGF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover MGF. (236 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover MGF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Rover MGF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Corvette | MGF |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
