1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 929 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
