2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 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 163 more horse power than 1995 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 136 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Corvette | SC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
