1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 806 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1988 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 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Transporter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
