1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 42 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 205 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 401 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Highlander |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |