1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 42 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. 2010 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Tundra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3710 mm |