1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 734 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Chevrolet Corvette 2008 Chevrolet Express
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Corvette Express
Year Released 1985 2008
Body Type Convertible Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 448 Nm 354 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1488 kg 2222 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 2080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3440 mm


 

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