1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Lancia Hyena
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Hyena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Hyena would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Hyena. (251 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Hyena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 372 kg more than 1992 Lancia Hyena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lancia Hyena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Hyena. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Hyena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Lancia Hyena | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Hyena |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1148 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
