1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2003 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 38 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 19 more horse power than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 484 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2003 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. 2003 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1965 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
