2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 446 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Equinox | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
