1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 675 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
