1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 48 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 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2620 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |