1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 552 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | F-250 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3490 mm |