1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 693 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Express |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 2222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
