2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 612 kg more than 1971 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 (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 51 L |
