2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |