1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY
To start off, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY is newer by 15 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, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY weights approximately 543 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | TOWN & COUNTRY |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
