1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 34 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
