1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 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 61 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 61 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Sorento |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 385 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 80 L |