1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 25 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 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 225 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Tempo, 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
