1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 191 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |
