2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Scorpio 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 391 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 31 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio. 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 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
