1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 590 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 687 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 735 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
