2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (191 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 775 kg more than 1979 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Camaro 1979 Toyota Corsa
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Camaro Corsa
Year Released 2000 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1450 cc
Horse Power 191 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 815 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2510 mm


 

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