1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 47 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 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1861 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (408 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Excursion |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 6799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 576 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3490 mm |