1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2001 Ford Cougar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 159 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Cougar. (298 Nm). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
