1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 601 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corona | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1811 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2857 mm |
