1973 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 1973 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm). This means 1973 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
