1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 15 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 150 L |
