1979 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. (366 Nm). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1979 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1979 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 226 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3510 mm |
