1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Ford Artic
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 32 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 152 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic. 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 (488 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic. 2000 Ford Artic has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Artic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Ford Artic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Artic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
