1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 17 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 228 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2011 Hyundai i40, 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Corvette | i40 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
