1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 440 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (311 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Corvette | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
