1989 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 548 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Corvette (468 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 2013 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1989 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1989 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
