2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 323 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |