1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 394 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Corvette | Kyron |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |