1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1995 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 30 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 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1995 Dodge Intrepid, 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 (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Dodge Intrepid | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Intrepid |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 3228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5123 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |