1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 112 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Celica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
