1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 297 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Ram |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3580 mm |
