1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 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 38 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 502 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Sorento |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |