1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (319 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 338 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Camaro |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |