1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 823 kg more than 1980 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, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
