1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 35 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 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 279 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon. 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, 2000 Dodge Neon, 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 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Neon |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 47 L |
