2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 556 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Spirit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
