2002 Lada 117 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 117 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 412 kg more than 2002 Lada 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 117, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 117 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
| Model | 117 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1237 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
