2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 814 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Today |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |