1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 639 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1984 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
