1984 Toyota Model F vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 140 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Model F | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Model F | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2685 mm |
