1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 41 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 (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 374 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, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur, 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) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. (343 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Grandeur. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Corvette | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
