2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1112 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2000 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2000 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ariel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Atom | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 437 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
