2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Cressida 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 (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
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) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
