2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Ford Capri
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 727 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (540 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
