2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 278 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Freestar | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 42 L |
