1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 25 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 643 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (386 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Quantum |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 386 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3120 mm |