1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1987 Ford Taurus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 76 kg more than 1987 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus, 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Taurus |
Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |