2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 316 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |