1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 14 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 (330 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |
