1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 34 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.38:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 150 L |
