1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 21 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 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Ford Escort | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Escort |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 1700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |