1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 3 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 528 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (475 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Pod. (430 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Pod |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
