1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1382 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 1998 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1974 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1974 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2380 mm |