1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1994 Toyota Previa 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 115 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 145 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1994 Toyota Previa, 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Previa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
