1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,680 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 650 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2012 Hyundai Grandeur, 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 (678 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Grandeur. (343 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Grandeur. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Grandeur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Corvette | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5680 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
