1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 388 kg more than 2004 MG TF. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Corvette | TF |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
