1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 72 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corvette | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1542 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
