1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 37 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 97 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
