1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 132 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corona | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
