1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 47 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 79 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 95 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Avensis |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |