1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 932 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-250. (389 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| 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 | 242 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 132 L |
