1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1994 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 32 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 (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. (113 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 130 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1994 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 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 | 1470 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
