1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Tundra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 427 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |