2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Sera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Sera (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Sera (132 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Kalos | Sera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
