1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 571 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |