1994 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1068 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.

Let's talk about torque, 1994 Chevrolet Impala (633 Nm) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 1994 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1994 Chevrolet Impala 1970 Toyota Corolla
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Impala Corolla
Year Released 1994 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6276 cc 1166 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 77 HP
Torque 633 Nm 95 Nm
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1842 kg 774 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2340 mm