1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (168 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 774 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |