1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Sportage |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |