2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Ford 2000

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 4 kg more than 1977 Ford 2000. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Corvette 1977 Ford 2000
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Corvette 2000
Year Released 2009 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6995 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 505 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.8 mm 90.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101.6 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1257 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 65 L


 

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