1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 349 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1982 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 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Corvette | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
