1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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 82 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 794 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Express |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
