1983 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corona (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corona weights approximately 340 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Spark, 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, 1983 Toyota Corona (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Corona | 2010 Chevrolet Spark | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Corona | Spark |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |