1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 226 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 132 L |
