1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 581 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
