1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 21 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 82 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Maverick weights approximately 77 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
