1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2128 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1068 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 6337 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1965 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 4018 mm |
