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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 995 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 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 | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |