1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1984 Toyota Model F is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 124 kg more than 1984 Toyota Model F. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Model F |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |
