1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1964 Toyota Crown is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 95 kg more than 1964 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Crown |
Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |