1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1964 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 610 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
