1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 305 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1992 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 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (949 Nm) has 794 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 949 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 351 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
