2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
