1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (56 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 685 kg more than 1974 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1974 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1974 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 129 L |
