1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic

To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic is newer by 37 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 206 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Toyota Picnic. 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic, 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 (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Picnic.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Chevrolet Corvette 1999 Toyota Picnic
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Corvette Picnic
Year Released 1962 1999
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5361 cc 2184 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2740 mm


 

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