1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 274 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Crown |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
