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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 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. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 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 | 4800 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2590 mm |