1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 377 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Explorer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |