1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 125 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |