1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (207 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 676 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
