1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 40 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 6 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 364 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (383 Nm). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 383 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |