1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 535 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1995 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 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |