1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline 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 33 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 887 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3510 mm |
