1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1993 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 162 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1993 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2365 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |