2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 267 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Corvette |
Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 543 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 91 L |