1998 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 389 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
