1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 69 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Econovan |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |