1999 Holden Vectra vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1999 Holden Vectra. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 212 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Vectra | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vectra | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2685 mm |
