2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 29 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |