1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Azera is newer by 36 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, 2013 Hyundai Azera (289 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 42 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Azera.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Azera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 346 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Corvette | Azera |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 289 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2845 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |