1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Ford Royale
To start off, 1997 Ford Royale is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1997 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Royale.
Because 1994 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 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Royale, 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Royale |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
