1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 19 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 866 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| 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 | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 388 Nm |
| 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 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
