1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 203 kg more than 1968 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2930 mm |
