1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 103 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Dakota |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3340 mm |