2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 625 kg more than 1983 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
