2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile SS, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile SS. 1997 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Corvette | SS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
