1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 1982 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 1982 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corolla | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2400 mm |
