1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 64 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Dakota |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |