1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 97 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
