2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 8,201 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (600 HP) has 511 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (815 Nm) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8201 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
