1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Ford Escort
To start off, 1978 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 355 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 586 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Ford Escort | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Escort |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6999 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 45 HP |
Torque | 624 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |