1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 623 kg more than 1997 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2857 mm |
