1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 45 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 (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Corolla |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |