1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 728 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corolla | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Corolla | Corvette |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |