1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1374 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 108 L |