1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
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, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (175 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 175 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |