2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Dakota 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 312 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 269 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
