1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked

To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Corvette and 1999 Daihatsu Naked were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 655 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.

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, 1999 Daihatsu Naked, 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 (671 Nm) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Corvette 1999 Daihatsu Naked
Make Chevrolet Daihatsu
Model Corvette Naked
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 659 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 62 HP
Torque 671 Nm 107 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 3400 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2370 mm


 

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