2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |