2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 30 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1030 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Captiva | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
