1989 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 773 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Corvette (468 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
