1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (850 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | Touareg |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5740 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 850 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |