1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 28 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 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 304 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 329 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante 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 (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6999 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 96 HP |
Torque | 624 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |