1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1993 Ford Scorpio is newer by 25 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
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 (488 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (271 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 271 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |