1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 920 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Corvette |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2690 mm |