1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Corvette | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 376 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1160 mm |
