2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,831 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corona weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Spark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Spark | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Spark | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1831 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |