1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy

To start off, 2010 Ford Galaxy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 377 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 1969 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 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Galaxy, 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Galaxy.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Chevrolet Corvette 2010 Ford Galaxy
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Corvette Galaxy
Year Released 1969 2010
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 200 km/hour 217 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1402 kg 1779 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 70 L


 

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