2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1986 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
