2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Ford Capri
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Capri would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP) has 446 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 68 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Capri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
