1986 Ford Meteor vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Because 2012 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 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Meteor, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Meteor | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Meteor | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |
