1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 99 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Caldina | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Caldina | Corvette |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |