1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 44 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (243 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 500 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |