1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Hyundai Pony
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Corvette and 1998 Hyundai Pony were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 642 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Pony. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Corvette | Pony |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
