2006 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 183 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota 4Runner | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | 4Runner | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 68 L |
