1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 42 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 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 259 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 379 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
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1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Corvette | Korando |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6999 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 624 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |