2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
