1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 23 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 63 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
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1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Corvette | Korando |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 386 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |