1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 42 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 185 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 275 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Durango |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 102 L |