2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Lexus SC
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1992 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus SC weights approximately 208 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 (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lexus SC. (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Lexus SC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Corvette | SC |
Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1622 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |