2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 621 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport 1990 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Trans Sport Corvette
Year Released 2001 1990
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 5727 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 183 HP 641 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 906 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 5120 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1150 mm


 

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