1958 Toyota Crown vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Crown weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
Because 1958 Toyota Crown 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 1958 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica, 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (147 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Toyota Crown | 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Crown | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
