2004 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 655 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, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | S-10 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
