2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 165 kg more than 1984 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Model F |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7011 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
