1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 552 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Corvette | Equus |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |