1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 52 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 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 572 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Hilux |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4344 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |