1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Corvette and 1998 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 377 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | A |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |