1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 47 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
