2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | 300 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
