1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 952 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1987 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Express |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3440 mm |
