2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 91 kg more than 2000 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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. 1975 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Chrysler Sedan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | Sedan |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2930 mm |