1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Ford F-150
To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 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 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 603 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | F-150 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3050 mm |