1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan.
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, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
