1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 362 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Explorer |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |