2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina 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 (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 587 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 596 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |