2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Supra. (104 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Supra weights approximately 304 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 1992 Toyota Supra 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 1992 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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, 1992 Toyota Supra (334 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cobalt | Supra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
