1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 362 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 1968 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chevrolet Corvette 2008 Hyundai Trajet
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Corvette Trajet
Year Released 1968 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1812 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 65 L