1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 669 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Corvette | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
