1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 160 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
