1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corsa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 190 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (164 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Vega | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
