2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 27 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1440 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Tahoe | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |