1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 182 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Tundra |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3270 mm |