2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 610 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5969 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |