2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 879 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
