1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 754 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Ram |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |
