1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (207 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mustang weights approximately 261 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mustang. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 100.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 61 L |
