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 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5400 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 321 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 (563 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 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 | 6491 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 382 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |