1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 37 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 100 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 197 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Escape |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |