1976 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1989 Ford RS 200 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1976 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
