2011 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 161 kg more than 1985 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F. 1985 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Model F |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 574 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1247 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2240 mm |
