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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 610 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 2148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |