1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Ford TL-50
To start off, 2000 Ford TL-50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Ford TL-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TL-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Ford TL-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford TL-50 (570 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (437 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TL-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Ford TL-50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | TL-50 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1302 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 37 L |
