1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 37 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 769 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.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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 Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |
