1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1997 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 396 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota 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, 1997 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1997 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvair | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 49 L |
