2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Spark (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Spark | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
