1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 668 kg more than 1979 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Chevelle | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
