1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mark II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 37 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Toyota Mark II 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, 2001 Toyota Mark II 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Mark II |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |