1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 26 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 50 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (151 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 151 HP |
Torque | 386 Nm | 194 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |