1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 281 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (297 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Corvette | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5352 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1656 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
