1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 372 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Hilux |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |