2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 644 kg more than 1972 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 Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
