1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2002 Ford Econoline is newer by 37 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 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econoline. (198 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econoline weights approximately 885 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Econoline |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3510 mm |