1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 14 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 5,680 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 663 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Toyota FJ 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, 2012 Toyota FJ 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 (678 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5680 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 260 HP |
Torque | 678 Nm | 367 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |