1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 19 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 39 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 277 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
