1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Corvette and 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 234 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 437 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corvette | Lancer |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |