1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (201 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 991 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (431 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |