1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 726 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (398 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 4000 mm |
