1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, 2003 Kia Retona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 281 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Retona 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Retona |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |