1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Corona |
Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6505 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |