1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Suzuki C2
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki C2 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki C2. (251 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 652 kg more than 1997 Suzuki C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki C2, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki C2. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Suzuki C2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | C2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2240 mm |
