1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 604 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3868 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |