1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 363 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Camaro | Corvette |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1187 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |