2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1966 Toyota Corolla 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 1966 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.

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2009 Chevrolet Captiva 1966 Toyota Corolla
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Captiva Corolla
Year Released 2009 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2405 cc 1068 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 134 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 85 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 70 L