1957 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (165 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 918 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (230 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Toyota Corona | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corona | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
