1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 41 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 394 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota 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, 2004 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Dakota |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |