1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 127 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 687 kg more than 1979 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 1979 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Corolla | Colorado |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 862 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |