1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 164 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1640 kg |
