1968 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 590 kg more than 1968 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Escort | Corvette |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 68 L |