1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 26 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Corvette | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1494 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
