1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. 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 71 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 42 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
