1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 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 170 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 544 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Durango |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 102 L |