1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 305 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Corona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
