2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
