1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Journey |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 78 L |