2011 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Traverse | Corona |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2173 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2510 mm |
