1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 233 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Sportage |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 111 HP |
Torque | 385 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 58 L |