2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa 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 292 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 445 kg more than 1981 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 Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2510 mm |
