1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 276 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Daewoo Nubira | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
Model | Corvette | Nubira |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |