2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane 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 (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (185 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane. 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 (544 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (344 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
