1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 820 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 906 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1950 mm |
