1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix weights approximately 98 kg more than 1998 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, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Dodge Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3060 mm |
