1971 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Corona | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Corona | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1707 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 117 L |