1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 42 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1082 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3665 mm |