1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Ford Escort is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Escort |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
