1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima.
Because 1994 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 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Optima, 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (222 Nm @ 4260 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corvette | Optima |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4260 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
