1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700
To start off, both 1977 Chevrolet Corvette and 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (207 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 64 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (255 Nm). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | Dodge 3700 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 131 HP |
Torque | 346 Nm | 255 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |