2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 128 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Scorpio |
Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |