2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
