1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 12 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 189 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 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 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Chevrolet Corvette 2007 Hyundai Elantra
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Corvette Elantra
Year Released 1995 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 1989 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.0:1
Top Speed 259 km/hour 190 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1548 kg 1188 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L