1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP) has 286 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 535 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Ford Capri | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Capri |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 54 HP |
Torque | 483 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |