1982 Toyota Tercel vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1884 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Tercel has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Tercel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Tercel | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tercel | Express |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3429 mm |
