1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Dodge 600
To start off, both 1987 Chevrolet Corvette and 1987 Dodge 600 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1987 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 353 kg more than 1987 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Dodge 600, 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Dodge 600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | 600 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |