1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito.

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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Corvette 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Corvette Vito
Year Released 1991 2007
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2148 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 380 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 512 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 88.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 262 km/hour 176 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3210 mm


 

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