1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 530 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1960 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 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
