1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 862 kg more than 1978 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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
