2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
