2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura EL 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 (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 441 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Corvette | EL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2619 mm |
