1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 249 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
