1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 665 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |