2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Honda Integra
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Integra would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1987 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 730 kg more than 1987 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Integra, 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Integra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
