2011 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 562 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aspire, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 574 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1237 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
