1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 16 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 352 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Corvette | Korando |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |