1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 395 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1962 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 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3040 mm |
