2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 172 kg more than 2001 Opel Frogster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Opel Frogster, 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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Frogster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
