1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 69 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Avalon |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |