1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Hyundai Dynasty

To start off, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 208 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. 2003 Hyundai Dynasty has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Dynasty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1988 Chevrolet Corvette 2003 Hyundai Dynasty
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Corvette Dynasty
Year Released 1988 2003
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1472 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2870 mm