1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 465 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Escort |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
