1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 21 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 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 622 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Focus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5740 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
