1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Biscayne | Hilux |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |