1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1278 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Mega 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 108 L |