1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1989 Dodge Daytona is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 26 kg more than 1989 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4636 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
