1994 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 15 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 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 1022 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Chevrolet Impala (633 Nm) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 1994 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1979 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Impala | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 633 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
