2008 Kia Picanto vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 660 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Because 1988 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 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Picanto, 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Picanto | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 5740 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 380 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
