2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Spark | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 793 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
