1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 22 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 117 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fusion. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 41 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2010 Ford Fusion, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion. 2010 Ford Fusion 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. 2010 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5740 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
