2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1064 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3440 mm |
