1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Because 1967 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 1967 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Neon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
