1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 525 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Ram |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
