1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Ford Ka
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Corvette and 1996 Ford Ka were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 612 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ka, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Ford Ka | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Ka |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 908 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |