1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 579 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
