2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Model F |
Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2240 mm |