2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 446 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. 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 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |