1983 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 638 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5740 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
