1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo 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 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rondo. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 105 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 Kia Rondo, 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 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo. 2009 Kia Rondo 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 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Rondo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |