1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 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 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Ram |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5740 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |