1994 GMC Typhoon vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 GMC Typhoon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 955 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 GMC Typhoon | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Typhoon | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
