1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 25 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 55 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 472 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1985 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 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3078 mm |
