1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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 188 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 252 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio will offer significantly more control. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |
