1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 592 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Trans Sport | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |