2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Express 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Express Corvette
Year Released 2008 1996
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 279 HP 330 HP
Torque 399 Nm 461 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2450 mm