2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Chrysler Chronos
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Chronos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Chronos would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (350 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (311 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. 1998 Chrysler Chronos has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chrysler Chronos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Chrysler Chronos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Chronos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3330 mm |
