1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 49 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 231 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | MR2 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3868 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |