1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 21 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 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | E-150 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |