1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 31 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 380 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1982 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 233 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 80 L |
