1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette 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 157 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (188 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 621 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Tundra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |