1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 114 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Corvair 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 1993 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvair has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvair | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
