2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |