1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 39 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 107 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Chevelle | Hilux |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5011 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |