1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1987 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Rondo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |