1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 13 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 193 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 206 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Tundra |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3270 mm |