1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | F-150 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |