2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1971 Ford Capri. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 507 kg more than 1971 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Capri. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Ford Capri | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Capri |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |