1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 12 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. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 69 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
