1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 19 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, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | E-150 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |