1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 637 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corvette | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
