1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 315 kg more than 1991 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
