1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 468 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Retona |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |