1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 24 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 58 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 677 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (279 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3040 mm |
