1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 26 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 223 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro, 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3100 mm |
