1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 20 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 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 158 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Ram |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 119.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3580 mm |
