1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Sedan.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Sedan.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Chrysler Sedan 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Chrysler Chevrolet
Model Sedan Corvette
Year Released 1975 1999
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4342 cc 5665 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 200 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 483 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2950 mm


 

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