2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 103 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5740 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
