1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Opa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Toyota Opa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Opa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Opa. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Opa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
