1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 554 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-150 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 819 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4476 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2685 mm |
