1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Toyota Conquest
To start off, 1996 Toyota Conquest is newer by 41 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 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Conquest (174 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Conquest should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Toyota Conquest.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Conquest. (135 Nm). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Toyota Conquest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3868 cc | 1973 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1116 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
