1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 388 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Corolla |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |