1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 193 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (95 Nm). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Capri |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1182 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |
