1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chevrolet Corvette 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Corvette Land Cruiser
Year Released 1968 1990
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 3431 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 226 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1700 mm


 

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