1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1989 Dodge Spirit is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
