1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 138 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Chevelle | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5011 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |