1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Cresta |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |