1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 585 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1957 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 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
