1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3050 mm |