2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 205 kg more than 1980 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 Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2530 mm |
