1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette 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 30 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 410 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |