1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
