2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 454 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6995 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |