1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 433 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3340 mm |
