1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 240 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Corvette | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |