2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 446 kg more than 1982 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 Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2510 mm |
